2. Language Analysis

Discourse Analysis — Quiz

Test your understanding of discourse analysis with 5 practice questions.

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Practice Questions

Question 1

In discourse analysis, what is the primary function of a hedging device such as 'perhaps' or 'maybe' in spoken or written communication?

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the role of deixis in discourse analysis?

Question 3

In a narrative text, which of the following best illustrates the concept of focalization?

Question 4

In a spoken interaction, what is the function of backchanneling cues such as 'uh-huh' or 'I see'?

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the difference between endophoric and exophoric reference in discourse analysis?